Authority — synonyms, definition

1. authority (Noun)

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authority (Noun) — The power or right to give orders or make decisions. ex. "he has the authority to issue warrants"

authority (Noun) — (usually plural) persons who exercise (administrative) control over others. ex. "the authorities have issued a curfew"

authority (Noun) — An expert whose views are taken as definitive. ex. "he is an authority on corporate law"

authority (Noun) — Freedom from doubt; belief in yourself and your abilities. ex. "she spoke with authority"

authority (Noun) — An administrative unit of government. ex. "Tennessee Valley Authority"

authority (Noun) — Official permission or approval. ex. "authority for the program was renewed several times"

authority (Noun) — An authoritative written work. ex. "this book is the final authority on the life of Milton"

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